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Russian drone attack kills four in Ukraine's Kyiv region, officials say

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Posted on June 5, 2026

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· Last updated: June 5, 2026

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Russian Drone Attack on Kyiv-Region Food Factory Leaves Four Dead

Details of the Attack and Aftermath

Incident Overview

June 5 (Reuters) - A Russian drone attack on a food factory in a region surrounding the Ukrainian capital Kyiv killed four people, Ukrainian officials said on Friday.

Damage and Immediate Impact

Destruction at the Factory

The attack caused a fire at an administrative building on the premises of the enterprise, and parts of its structure have been destroyed, the regional governor Mykola Kalashnyk said.

Civilian Casualties

"The enemy attacked a peaceful civilian food industry enterprise. People who were simply going about their work at their workplaces at the time," he said on the Telegram messaging app.

Seven other people were injured in the attack and two people could still be under the rubble, Kalashnyk said.

Rescue Operations

Ongoing Search Efforts

Emergency services said the search and rescue operation continued at the site. They posted pictures of a building with a gaping hole and firefighters dousing flames.

Factory Identification

Local Dairy Maker

One of the pictures showed a sign with the name of a local dairy maker, which makes baby milk food.

(Reporting by Anna Pruchnicka; Editing by Toby Chopra)

Key Takeaways

  • The attack targeted a civilian food-production facility, emphasizing Russia’s continued focus on Ukraine’s non‑military infrastructure (apnews.com).
  • It killed four workers and wounded seven, with two still possibly trapped, highlighting the deadly human cost and challenges faced by emergency teams (apnews.com).
  • The incident fits a pattern of escalating Russian drone and missile campaigns against Ukraine’s civilian and industrial sites, including recent mass strikes across Kyiv, Dnipro and other regions (apnews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened during the Russian drone attack in Kyiv region?
A Russian drone attacked a food factory, killing four and injuring seven, with others possibly trapped under rubble.
Where did the drone attack take place?
The attack occurred at a food factory in a region surrounding the Ukrainian capital Kyiv.
How many casualties resulted from the attack?
Four people were killed and seven injured; two people may still be under the rubble.
What was the impact on the factory after the attack?
The attack caused a fire and partially destroyed the administrative building of the enterprise.
Are search and rescue operations ongoing at the site?
Yes, emergency services continued search and rescue operations at the scene.

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